Fathwa, - Gallstone Removal and the Ability to Fast

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| Question:
I have suffered from gallstones for twenty years and then had them removed a few months ago. Will I be able to fast like normal people?
Answer:
Assalaamu ‘Alaykum, honorable sister.
You have not mentioned in your question where exactly this gallstone was in your body so that we may properly answer you. However, regardless of where it was, if it did not affect the function of any of your organs, or result in a malfunction in any of them, and you do not suffer any other sickness which may affect your health when fasting, then we do not see any reason why you cannot fast. |

Fathwa, - Fasting While Pregnant

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| Question:
After two and a half years of marriage, Allaah has blessed me to become pregnant. I am now in my fifth month and have just discovered that I have twins in the same embryo sac and that they share one placenta. They are both healthy now, but the doctor told me that there is a high risk of malformation, damage, or death to both, or at least to one, of them. There is another risk facing them, which is that the umbilical cord of one of them might wrap around the neck of the other one and thus result in his death. The doctor is suggesting that I stay in the hospital when my thirtieth week starts and that she should deliver at the thirty second week. Is all she is telling me true? Here in the States, we fast from 5 am till 4:30 pm; will fasting affect my health or that of my twins?
Answer:
Assalaamu ‘Alaykum, dear sister.
There are two types of twin pregnancy:
1.Both fetuses in one embryo sac, and
2.Each fetus in its separate embryo sac.
If both fetuses happen to be in the same sac, then there is a possible problem, as your doctor told you. It is usually recommended in such cases to deliver the mother by a C-section operation to avoid any complications. The doctor monitoring your case is the one who can best judge when to do the operation, but it is usually after the end of the thirtieth week of pregnancy. The doctor can judge by periodic examination and ultrasound, and if there is an indication of any problem, then the operation can be done earlier. However, if things go smoothly and everything looks normal throughout the periodic examination, then the operation can be delayed till week 35 or 36, to give the fetus enough time to grow normally inside the womb. If there is a need to run the operation early, then the mother can take Dexamethasone, which helps in the development of the respiratory system of the fetus.
As for fasting, Islam is a religion that gives exemptions at the time of need and never overburdens people with what they cannot handle. If you find it difficult to fast while pregnant and you fear for yourself or your fetus, then you may break your fast and make up these days later. |

Fathwa, - Excessive Phlegm While Fasting

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During the daytime while I am fasting inRamadan, I produce excessive phlegm, some of which I cannot expel, so it remains stuck in my throat. Is there a solution to this?
Answer:
Assalaamu ‘Alaykum, respected sister.
This could be a result of a problem in your respiratory system, such as a chronic infection that may be in your windpipe, throat or nasal sinuses. Furthermore, allergies in the upper respiratory system could cause such a problem.
Some people who suffer from reflux, which is backflow of food from the stomach to the esophagus, face this problem )along with other symptoms(. A chronic stomach ailment may also be the cause of such a problem.
You must know what exactly is causing the problem in order to be able to treat it and take proper medication for it. Therefore, we advise you to consult a physician to determine which of the above is the underlying cause of your problem. |

Tourist Place, - Best airports in the world

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| Kuala Lumpur International airport at nightPhotographer:
Alain Evrard
If you are one of those globetrotting travellers we love to be jealous of, chances are you will appreciate a well-equipped airport. In recent years, airports have become cities in their own right with shopping, spas, hotels, cinema…the works! Some of them are so attractive, with engineering so groundbreaking; they are just one step away from being tourist attractions by themselves.
Singapore Changi Airport
There are many things that make this airport immensely traveller friendly, including airport gardens, spa facilities, plentiful napping areas, live music, etc. Travellers are also offered free tours of Singapore on transits over five hours. The real attraction of the airport, however, is the rooftop swimming pool at Terminal 1’s Ambassador Transit Hotel, which can be accessed at a very reasonable price.
Hong Kong International AirportPhotographer:
Richard l'Anson
Seoul Incheon International Airport
Seoul Incheon International Airport has plenty to keep the weary traveller entertained. The airport houses Incheon’s Korean Culture Museum, so that you can get a glimpse of Korean culture while you wait for your boarding call. Travellers looking for a moment of quiet contemplation can head towards a fragrant pine garden.
Hong Kong International Airport
This is one of the busiest airports in the world. Frequented my business travellers, it takes the edge out of travel by offering 4D Extreme Cinema and fantastic flight simulators at the Aviation Discovery Centre, both in Terminal 2. You can even play for free on Playstation or head out for a round of golf at Sky City Nine Eagles Golf Course.
Munich International Airport
A Lufthansa hub and Germany’s second busiest airport, Munich scores high on those adorable German qualities – organization and punctuality. If you follow the Bundesliga, head over to the FC Bayern Munich fan store which offers hundreds of soccer-related souvenirs. If you are travelling with kids, you can pick up Steiff teddy bears at Terminal 2’s Vedes toy shop.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International’s business centre in the airport’s Satellite Building is one of the best places in Southeast Asia for business. The airport’s Plaza Premium Lounge with its free wi-fi also offers a quiet place to work and a range of secretarial services. Once the laptop’s powered down, stop in at the nearby Reflexology and Massage centre for a rejuvenating pre-take off treatment.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Bangkok’s breezy Suvarnabhumi hosts a slick 600-room Novotel ( www.novotel.co m) hotel with a very pleasant pool, a new 15-minute rail link, and a cool, soothing business lounge. On the other side, the signage can be rather confusing while the sheer size of the airport means you might have to walk for miles. Well, almost!
This article was originally written by Amelia Thomas and first appeared in www.lonelyplan et.comin August 2011. It was refreshed in July 2012. |